India outperformed Australia to secure another convincing win in the second match of the three-game series held in Indore. This victory not only gave India a commanding 2-0 lead but also clinched the series with one game left. The home team is now targeting a clean sweep, while Australia is looking to salvage their pride and finish the series on a high note in the final ODI in Rajkot on Tuesday.
In the absence of India's senior batters Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer took on the responsibility at the top of the batting order. Both of these batters delivered remarkable centuries, and Captain KL Rahul, along with Ishan Kishan and Suryakumar Yadav, made significant contributions to propel India to an imposing total.
Australia extended their losing streak in the format to five consecutive matches, and they have some introspection to do before the final ODI. David Warner maintained his good form by scoring a half-century, and Sean Abbott's rapid 54 was a notable highlight for the visitors.
India can take satisfaction in their batters receiving valuable playing time and delivering strong performances. The spin combination of Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin worked effectively in tandem. Given that Axar Patel may not be included, Ashwin aims to follow up his impressive performance to secure his spot in the World Cup squad.
The return of skipper Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Kuldeep Yadav, Hardik Pandya, and Jasprit Bumrah is on the horizon. With Suryakumar Yadav's remarkable performance in the second game, India finds itself dealing with an abundance of talent once again.
Australia needs an improved performance, both in their batting and bowling, in the third match. Their absence of key players like Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Glenn Maxwell affected their performance noticeably. The next match will take place in Rajkot before transitioning to the T20Is.
Match Details:
Match: India vs Australia, 3rd ODI, Australia's Tour of India 2023
Scheduled Date and Time: September 27, 2023, at 1:30 pm IST
Location: Saurashtra Cricket Association Stadium, Rajkot
Live Streaming: Sports 18, Jio Cinema, Website
Pitch Report:
In the three ODIs played at this location, teams batting first have had the upper hand, winning all of them. The typical score in the first innings here is around 311, with the highest being 340, achieved by India against Australia in a victorious effort. The lowest total recorded on this ground has been 270, and it also resulted in a win, emphasizing its reputation as a favorable venue for batters.
This pitch is known for being a paradise for batsmen, especially during the first innings. Another high-scoring contest is anticipated since both teams have strong batting line-ups. The side that wins the toss will likely choose to bat first and set a competitive target.
During the match, the temperature is forecasted to remain at approximately 33 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a humidity level of 65%. The weather is expected to remain generally clear, with only a slight 20% possibility of precipitation, suggesting favorable conditions for this contest.
Playing XI
Australia:
David Warner, Mitchell Marsh, Steven Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey (wk), Marcus Stoinis, Pat Cummins (c), Mitchell Starc / Sean Abbott, Josh Hazlewood, Adam Zampa, Cameron Green / Glenn Maxwell.
India:
Rohit Sharma(C), Ishan Kishan, Virat Kohli, Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul (wk), Hardik Pandya, R Ashwin, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Shami, Mohd. Siraj, Ravindra Jadeja / Kuldeep Yadav.
Dream 11 Prediction:
India will welcome back senior players like Rohit, Kohli, Kuldeep, Hardik, Siraj, and Bumrah, while Australia may consider including Maxwell and Starc, pending their fitness. With India already securing the series, the return of experienced players strengthens the team. Consequently, the hosts are likely to be the favorites once again.
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